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General Atomics Aeronautical Systems · 2 weeks ago

Systems Engineer - Communications Systems Architect

Poway, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$98K/yr - $171K/yr

4+ years exp

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars. They are seeking a seasoned Systems Engineer to define, develop, and lead the integration of new communications and networking payloads into their Unmanned Aircraft Systems.

EnergyEnergy EfficiencyManufacturingWireless

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Define, develop, and lead the integration of new communications and networking payloads into UAS

Identify new airborne network/communications payload concepts that improve mission capabilities for Warfighter communications and networking, such as new communications interoperability / gateway capabilities, range extension or relay capabilities, or new links or protocols to service new users from airborne platforms

Leverage extensive knowledge of existing military radios and waveforms to provide viable communication mission architecture for new and existing platforms

Exercise considerable latitude in determining technical objectives for the review, research, design, development, and/or solution(s) for a designated engineering system(s) or project(s)/program(s)

Function in an advisory or leadership role with regards to the planning and oversight of the successful resolution and implementation of engineering problem(s) and provides direction and guidance to professional and support staff

Formulate technical plans, typically multi-year, for solutions development, documentation, and deployment

Performs other duties as assigned or required

Qualification

US DoD communications systemsAirborne communications architectureModular Open Systems ApproachIP networking technologiesDoD Cyber Security requirementsCommunication skillsLeadership skills

Required

Typically requires a bachelors degree, masters degree or PhD in engineering or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution and progressive engineering experience as follows; six or more years of experience with a bachelors degree, four or more years of experience with a masters degree, or two or more years with a PhD. May substitute equivalent engineering experience in lieu of education

Extensive experience with and detailed knowledge of US DoD communications systems and datalinks, such as Link 16, TTNT, CDL mesh networks and their use and integration requirements

Ability to prescribe detailed airborne and terrestrial communications architecture including performance calculations, trades studies, mission analysis, and resulting system level requirements

Understanding the design and implementation of Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) implementation by US DoD services. Familiarity with both architecture standards like Open Mission Systems (OMS) and hardware standards like Sensor Open Systems Architecture (SOSA) a plus

Familiar with IP networking technologies and protocols

Experience with related DoD Cyber Security requirements and Cross Domain Solutions

Proficiency decomposing high level mission needs into a system to be built

Ability to document and communicate this solution, including architecture, requirements, trade studies, etc

Experience integrating communications payloads onto aircraft

Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required

Ability to hold a SAP/SAR clearance